What's up, compadre? Compadre!
Just look at what I have for you.
There's dough missing, Mazacote...
I swear that if you don't bring all the money by next Friday...
I'm sorry, "Mi Gover". My partners promised me they'll...
If we don't take advantage now, that I have all this fucking power...
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Good evening, Colonel, we were waiting for you.
Come in, please.
Good evening, Colonel, he is already waiting for you.
Good evening Colonel, please have a seat.
Thank you, sir.
The President's Office sent you these documents.
I was told it's an urgent matter.
Excuse me, sir.
Ivana, could you ask Carlos to come to my office, please?
He's busy, Mr. Harman.
Get him in here.
Right away, sir.
-Compadre! -Just look at what I have for you.
I'm so glad to see you.
Good evening, Javier, this morning...
...at the headquarters of the Federal Police...
...a group of drug dealers was brought forward...
...they are known as "Los Bukis" and the authorities presume...
...they are the main operators of the Sinaloa cartel...
...in the State of Mexico.
As part of the investigation a big arsenal was confiscated...
...as well as an important amount of drugs...
No, no no...
Cut, cut, I'm sorry Laurita, but nobody...
...is going to believe that these thugs are the main operators...
...look at them, they look more like serial killers, than capos... Lucy!
Lucy!
Call the guys from castings and ask them to send other extras...
...Don't try to fool me, you use the same ones the last time.
What's up, Ivana?
Pepe?
Yes, tell Mr. Harman that I'm on my way.
-I leave my life in your hands. -Yes, sir.
Lucy, send me the report when you're done.
-It better be good! -Yes!
You know how the boss likes things done.
There's dough missing, Mazacote, I clearly told you...
...what the deal was and you--
The one in the suit is governor Carmelo Vargas. And the other one?
With that look he's probably a drug lord...
...but the truth is I don't give a shit.
He can be an entrepreneur, a union leader, whatever you want.
What happened now?
Didn't you hear what happened in the President's office with the Ambassador?
Yes, I read about it on the internet, apparently now Mexicans...
...are better than blacks in everything.
Luckily, only official media covered the event.
The Presidential Guards confiscated the recording...
...but it's all over the social networks.
And since Mister President, is scare to death...
...about his approval ratings he wants us to oversell this...
...to hide his own personal scandal.
But don't the President and Governor Vargas...
...belong to the same party? Why him?
Simply bad luck.
According to the Secretary of the Interior...
...this is the worst they could get.
So we are doing a "Chinese Box" operation.
That's right.
We really fucked up putting this clown as president...
...but what's done is done.
We have to deal with it.
Fix it the best you can.
Take it to the editorial department so they can add more punch to it.
You are authorized to spin it however you want...
...but I want this as the main story.
-Yes, Sir. -Carlitos...
...look...
...you already fucked up when people found out...
...about that soccer deal...
...and the network can overlook one mistake...
...but not two.
So don't fuck it this time, OK?
Yes, sir.
Good night. Good night.
This is 24 hours in 30 minutes.
I am Javier Pérez Harris...
...and these are tonight's top stories.
Another corruption scandal has erupted that involves...
...Governor Carmelo Vargas and organized crime...
...as seen in these exclusive images, when he is done collecting...
...millions of dollars, from a presumed drug dealer...
...in his own office at the Government Palace.
Extreme weather continues to wreak havoc in the country.
While up North, the worst dry spell in four decades persists...
...in Tabasco, Chiapas and Veracruz...
...floods have left more than 300 deads...
...dozens missing.
Unstoppable violence continues...
...12 bodies were found in Tamaulipas.
A club in Sinaloa was the scene of a gun battle...
...leaving 7 casualties, while Federal Police...
...strode a blow against organized crime...
...in the State of Mexico.
In international news, huge protests continue...
...in different European capitals.
More details, with our correspondents.
In finances, the Finance Secretary travelled to Switzerland...
...for ongoing negotiations concerning...
...the bonds issued by our government.
The peso and the stock market lost ground.
In other news, the President...
...welcomed the new U.S. Ambassador...
...and in a successful meeting, agreed upon an ambitious agenda...
...of bilateral work.
Coming up, all sports results of the day.
This is 24 hours in 30 minutes.
Good evening, following up on tonight's story...
...this afternoon these exclusive...
...images were sent anonymously to our offices...
...were it appears that Governor Carmelo Vargas...
...is in the midst of a deal that looks like...
...one of the most outrageous cases...
...of corruption due to organized crime in recent years.
We don't assume the truth about anything, and we don't want to influence you...
...but watch and listen carefully.
Now, live!
-What's up, compadre? -Compadre!
Just look what I have here for you.
I'm glad to see you.
Let's have a look.
There's plenty that is missing here, Mazacote.
I told you very clearly what the deal was.
You are playing dumb.
Let me say it again, if we don't take advantage now...
...that I have all this fucking power...
-...then, when? -I'm sorry "Mi Gover".
My partners promised me they'll have all the money by next Friday.
Fucking compadre, always playing dumb!
I swear that if you don't bring all the money by next Friday...
...I'll cut your balls off.
And you know I'm not speaking metaphorically.
I apologize...
...for the language of what you just saw.
But in this case, it is not the words...
...but the facts that we find most offensive.
Just look at the governor's cynicism and shamelessness.
The way his eyes light up...
...when he finds out what is in the briefcases...
...and the obscene and insolent way that he caresses...
...the bills, that who knows where they come from.
Please.
Pay attention to detail and be the judge.
Look compadre, I'm opening an account in my niece's name...
...and I want you to deposit the other million.
Done.
Yes?
Sir, it's for you.
Yes, what is it, Ivana?
Is it him, or one of his minions?
Tell him to wait and he can go on live.
That's the Governor Carlitos, you're up.
Javier, the governor is on the hook, he'll be on with you after the video.
How much heat do you want me to put on him?
Enough so that he can dig his own grave, Javier...
-...I'll leave it in your hands. -Sure.
Do you have the call?
I'm told that we have Governor Vargas on the line.
Mr. Governor, good evening. Thanks for calling.
Good evening Javier, and thanks for the opportunity...
...to clarify to your audience this regretful situation.
Mr. Governor with all due respect...
...don't you find it shameful having been exposed like this?
In something that leaves no doubt as to your behavior...
...that, I don't know if it's illegal.
But it's certainly immoral.
Well, first of all, I would like to clarify...
...it's not entirely clear that...
...the person in that video is me.
And secondly, I don't know...
...where this malicious lie is coming from.
It's not hard to imagine my enemies...
...using your prestigious channel...
...to launch a smear campaign--
Sorry to interrupt you Governor, but...
...I find your accusation to be very serious.
I honestly don't think anybody can seriously doubt...
...that you are the person in that video...
...but nevertheless, that is also your voice...
...and that use of language that defines you.
No, no, no Javier, it's not that I am doubting you...
...and I apologize, but you know better than myself...
...that with all these new technologies...
Mr. Governor...
...again, with all due respect, and so as not to insult...
...our viewer's intelligence...
...I beg that you don't use such a cheap way out...
...to justify yourself.
What we would expect to see...
...instead of more cynicism is a clear and convincing...
...explanation of this embarrassing circumstance...
...and as always, our microphones will always be available.
-Good evening. -Good evening and...
-...thank you for the opportunity-- -How may times have I said this before?
No matter the color, or the party...
...they are all the same.
Please join us and participate...
...in today's question.
Do you think Governor Vargas should quit?
Call and let us know.
Sons of bitches!
They think they own the country!
Of course...
...the fuckers put their puppet in Los Pinos...
...and they think they can fuck with me.
OK, sons of bitches, what are we going to do to fix this...
...and still be in the race for the Chair?
Sir, with all due respect, I would keep insisting...
-...that it's all a conspiracy. -Don't be naive, Oscar.
Not even my late wife, who was even dumber than you...
...would believe that story.
What about you? Any ideas, Poncho?
The truth is Sir, we have to accept...
...that they caught us with our pants down.
I've already spoken with a friend in the TV station, they have more videos...
...to continue with this story for a whole week.
I don't think our administration can withstand a scandal...
-...of this magnitude. - Fuck me!
All because of the ass holes who put...
-...these fucking cameras up. -They've already shut down the system...
...and will remove them tomorrow, Sir.
What's fucked up is that we have a rat here.
As soon as we find out who leaked those videos...
...we'll cut his balls off. OK, now what?
Godfather, if I were you I'd talk to the guys at the Network...
...and requested a truce.
You want me to kiss their asses? Are you fucking stupid, Poncho?
Not to compare, but remember what happened...
...to your colleagues, "El Chueco" and "The Precious Governor"...
...for not negotiating with the Network when they could.
Wanting to fuck with my Precious Governor...
...only because he likes them young.
Bad news, Godfather. The press is after you.
-Murderer! -See how the people hate you.
You're corrupt, you'll pay for your wrongs.
Thief! Thief! Murderer!
There he is again, that fucking "Messiah"...
...with all those followers.
Fuck it.
Will have to suck up to the Network.
Have my airplane ready first thing in the morning.
Oh, and just in case.
Have that dumbshit at finance prepare three million for me...
...in case I need them.
Before we move on to our news summary...
...here are the results of our telephone survey...
...to the question:
Do you think Governor Vargas should resign?
He should immediately resign, 91%
He shouldn't resign, 6%
Didn't I tell you, Carlitos...
...they all bought the story and they left out...
...the news of the President and the Ambassador...
...from the front page. Some didn't even mention it.
The fucking "Chinese Box" never fails.
They called from the President's office, to thank us.
-Congratulations. -Thanks, Pepe.
How was the rating during the Governor's story?
22 points.
Although you might have been a bit heavy handed calling him a narc.
Hopefully he won't sue us and we find out that the cure...
...is more expensive than the disease.
Come on, you don't think he's a narc?
This news confirms my argument...
...that Governor Carmelo Vargas' campaign...
...was financed with dirty money.
And confirms the thesis I had during all this time.
Mexican governors, besides acting...
...like Viceroys...
...are in bed with organised crime.
That's all we needed.
The fucking jackals with the same bullshit.
TV is full of vultures and hyenas.
Godfather, I don't want to bother you with more bad news, but...
...the scandal theme is all over the social networks.
Governor Quit and Lord Of Briefcases...
...are Trending Topics.
Also, all 8 columns of the main newspapers...
...are dedicated to us.
How many times have I told you, don't come to me...
...with this bullshit, Poncho.
"Tending Tropic", myballs.com
And my voters only use newspapers...
...to wrap tamales and wipe their asses.
TV, the fucking TV, is the only thing those assholes...
-...listen to. - You're right, Godfather.
That's why I beg you, let me lead the negotiation.
Did you bring the money?
González put in a couple more million...
...in case the things get rough.
You'll see how quickly we'll straighten this thing up, Poncho.
Not even those fuckers at the TV Network can resist an offer like this.
My apologies for being late.
Ok, Mr. Governor...
...how can we help you?
Isn't Don Alejandro joining us?
Sorry Don Carmelo, but Don Alejandro had to attend...
...an urgent meeting, but he said he would stop by and say hi...
...if he got here on time. Please, have a seat.
Well...
...as you know, Don Jose...
...where I come from we are very straightforward.
And I don't like to beat around the bush...
...what happened last night, was a low blow.
Look, I'm very sorry, but you know...
...that our obligations are to our audience...
...and above all, to the truth.
If you like, you can take this up...
...in a court of law, you are entitled to do so.
No, no Don Jose, it's not about that.
But don't tell me there isn't another way to deal with this.
To hit me like that without a fair warning.
-Not even a "Watch out". -As I said, I am very sorry.
But our editorial policies...
...and our ethical and moral code...
...are very strict and we can't do otherwise.
Look Don Jose. As one of my father's friends used to say...
...morals are overrated...
...and they aren't worth a shit.
You know I've been doing this "politicking" for many years.
And to speed things up, I brought you a little something...
...so we can cut the crap and turn over a new leaf.
What do you think?
I'm sorry Don Carmelo, but I'm not sure I understand...
...exactly what you mean by this.
-Let's see, Oscar. -Yes, sir.
Mr. Governor, with all due respect...
...and as a courtesy for being our guest...
...we are going to ignore your offer.
If you want to make a donation to our Foundation...
...you can do it directly with our bank.
No, no, no, don't get me wrong Don Jose...
...of course this money is for your Foundation.
How could you think otherwise?
Well then, thanks for your generosity.
Ivana?
Yes, sir?
Ivana, the Governor has brought us...
...this donation, please make out a receipt to his name...
...and give it to him when he leaves.
Of course. It will be my pleasure.
Excuse me.
May I have a word, Godfather?
Look Pepe, as you can see we currently have...
...an image problem in our State.
The Governor has done a great job.
But our rivals are relentless with their criticism...
...and news like yesterday's to be honest...
...are not helping much. We're here to hire...
...a marketing scheme, political image consultancy...
...and publicity, just like the ones you have offered to other governors.
Well, you should have started with that, my friend.
You know this is a business...
...and as such we are accountable...
...to our share holders.
-Yes, that's right. -Exactly.
And for our governmental clients...
...such as yourselves, we have come up...
...with various combinations of consultancy and product positioning.
But honestly, given your situation...
...I would suggest we go straight...
...to our Premium plan.
And what is this plan about?
Well, in a nutshell, and to avoid...
...bogging down on details...
...you direct 3% of federal participations...
...and 50% of all your media budget...
...to our Network.
We provide advice and positioning...
...and a fixed number of prime time spots.
And most importantly...
...political crisis management...
...such as the one you are currently suffering.
Sorry to interrupt, Don Jose.
But you are talking a shitload of money here.
Only of federal participations we're talking more than 20 M, we'd...
-...have to mortgage the s-- -Oscar.
Mr. Governor, may I remind you, that there...
...are certain things that money can't buy...
...and I think your political career is worth much more than that.
You are right, Don Jose.
I'll just need to ask a favor.
Anything Governor.
Just as you pulled it off in the last administration...
...with the "Golden Boy"...
...I would appreciate you do the same for me...
...putting me on the presidential race.
With all due respect, Mr. Governor...
...but I don't think you know what you're talking about.
For that, you would have to mortgage the state.
But look, here's what we can do. Let's proceed with this.
And in the near future, if we are both happy with this...
...we'll sit down and talk and see where we're at. Sounds good?
No, Don Jose, I want the whole package.
Don't you worry about the money.
My great State can give that, and much more.
Don Jose, my future is in your hands.
Imagine this dipslut...
...really believes he can be President.
We are talking about, what?
300 million dollars?
You really are a bad ass at business...
...I really have so much to learn still.
Pepe, please don't send me.
It's the first time that I'm heading the news section and...
-...I wouldn't want to lose this chance. -Don't be stupid, Carlitos.
You're forgetting that you brought in our client.
Besides, I'm not asking for your opinion, asshole...
...I'm giving you an order.
Look, if it all works out...
...and you convince this son of a bitch to mortgage his State...
...I might not only offer you the news director job...
...but the News Vice-presidency.
The Vice-presidency?
You go to the State, you let things cool down...
...you make a couple of interviews, you program some special reports...
...with Javier, and to make you stop whining...
...I'll send our star reporter, what do you think?
The thing is, that State is full of drug dealers and murderers.
Forget about anything related to violence.
Remember we signed an agreement...
...to improve this country's image.
Well, OK...
...I'll see what I can come up with on my way there...
...to help that motherfucker save face.
That's the spirit.
Here.
For your expenses, get to work.
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What did you decide, Jazmin?
We can't be together.
Our love is not enough to erase our differences...
-...Rafael... -Jazmin...
...there are no differences between you and me.
It's time you knew the truth.
What are you talking about?
You're not a simple maid.
Don Leonardo de la Garza...
...has confessed he is your biological father.
He's named you his heiress.
There is nothing that separates us now.
Rafael.
Rafael Lascurain, what are you doing with that filthy maid?
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Hey, do you know how many rating points your soap opera has?
I would imagine quite a few.
They added 50 new episodes.
And my character will get sexier.
28 points and still rising.
There is no doubt that our bosses are geniuses.
That's exactly why I have to make a good impression on Pepe.
Imagine I get the Vice-presidency.
Hey...
-...how long will you be away for? -I don't know...
...maybe a week, maybe more.
Wait, wait...
Good evening General, how are you?
Everything is fine, did you get my message?
OK.
Just so you know...
...I might need you for a job.
Thanks.
Good evening.
-Is everything OK, honey? -Everything OK, princess.
I need you for another type of job.
Just look at this place.
According to what I've been reading...
...our Governor's state, places last in almost everything...
...health, education, economic development.
If you knew what I get to see in the countries they send me...
...to report, you would know that this is heaven.
Wait till you meet the Governor, he's not unlike an African dictator.
I saw the interview with Javier and I thought he was great...
...his insolence, claiming that it wasn't him.
It's good that Javier cut the interview short.
Carlos, don't take it the wrong way but I think it's time for Javier...
...and the news team to retire, don't you think?
They could've done so much more.
Excuse me Ricardo, but I think you're wrong.
Javier is an institution.
Our viewers blindly believe everything he says...
...he's a pillar for the political system.
But he's too old fashioned, he thinks that...
...newspapers are still read on actual paper.
Maybe you're right, but there is a small detail.
The boss loves him like an uncle.
So I would suggest you stay out of this one.
OK, so what are this State's highlights?
You mean, you've never been here?
No, I only travel to places where I need my passport, man.
Look, there is your highlight.
Fuck sake Carlos!
Ramon, tell the convoy that we are stopping.
We are going to shoot, are you ready?
Yes, of course.
THIS WILL HAPPEN TO ANYBODY WHO CROSSES THE LINE
SIGNED EL MAZACOTE CARTEL
Take that there, under the sign.
Let's go!
Carlos!
Is there a problem, sir?
What brings you out here, guys?
We are from Television Mexicana, we are here covering a story...
From the TV, right.
You think I'm blind, cowboy?
Get against the vehicle. We are going to search you.
Sorry, we have a meeting with--
Look, you either do what you're told or I'll make you do it.
Is that clear? Is that clear?
And if one of you steps out of line. I'll fuck you all.
-So let's behave, shall we? -Yes, I'll shut my mouth.
What's happening "Mapache"?
Boss, I have here some dudes from Television Mexicana...
...they say they are here to work with the Governor.
Yes, that's clear, just let those bastards know...
...that if they air another one of those videos...
...like the one from the other day...
...we are going to fucking teach them a lesson, is that clear?
Yes, boss.
OK then.
OK assholes, my boss spoke to the Governors' staff...
...and it seems everything is in order.
But my boss sends a message.
If you pull off something similar to what you did the other day...
...like airing that video on TV with the Governor.
We are going to have to teach you a lesson...
...that you won't forget, motherfuckers.
-Yes, sir. -OK?
Yes, sir.
-Hey, Ricardo, Ricardo, Ricardo... -Get in, get in.
Can you take a picture with us?
Of course!
It's just that my mom...
...my mom is your fan, dude...
...and I'm sure she's going to love this.
-Take a picture of us, whitey. -Yes.
Come on motherfuckers, the picture. The picture!
-Careful. -Don't get in my way.
Don't tell me there wasn't another hotel, Alfonso.
Even in the shittiest city in Africa there is a five star Hilton.
Look Ricardo, the thing is this hotel...
...is the Governor's brother and we have a cooperation...
-...agreement. -The Governor...
...is very sorry about what happened on the highway...
...and he prepared a celebration, to welcome you.
Look, I don't want to seem rude, General Attorney, but we need...
...to settle in and get to work there will be time to celebrate later.
Well I truly hope our Governor doesn't take this the wrong way.
He had already invited some friends and girls...
...to introduce to you.
Listen, I need you to organize tomorrow morning a meeting...
...with all his staff we need to come up with the strategy...
...I also need all the information you can get on the State...
...pictures, videos, reports, statistics...
...anything that can help us compare the State...
...with the current administration and before...
...and show off all the work he's done.
New schools, new hospitals, new roads...
...anything that makes him look good...
...will be crucial to pull this off.
I can get you all you need, but...
Don't expect anything extraordinary.
Once more, I apologize for what happened in the highway...
...I already ordered a police escort to take care of you.
Thanks a lot.
-Don Carlos. -General Attorney.
You have my phone, please let me know anything you need.
Thank you, Ponce.
Ready, Sir.
-Can I have Mr. Diaz' also? -Sure.
I'm coming.
Don Carlos Rojo?
-Yes. -Good evening, Don Carlos.
Sorry to stop by unannounced...
...but I heard of your arrival here...
...and I urgently needed to contact you.
Tell me, how can I help you?
My name is Agustin Morales.
I'm the opposition leader in the State Congress.
Tell me Congressman, what can I do for you?
May I come in?
I want to speak to you about a very delicate matter.
-Please, come on in. -Thank you.
Please excuse the mess...
...but we're barely settling in.
Please, have a seat.
Thank you, you are very kind.
I promise I'll be brief.
I'm all ears.
First of all, I would like to thank the great contribution...
...of your Network, to democracy...
...and the search for justice that I am heading in this State.
Sorry Congressman, I'm not sure I follow.
When I sent the video to the President's office...
...to denounce Vargas's corruption...
...I never imagined it would end up on National TV.
And that it would have the impact it had.
-You send the video? -That's right, Don Carlos.
It seems like finally this President...
...wants to end corruption.
The coverage that you provided in your broadcasts...
...has been a trigger for our people to open their eyes...
...to finally rid ourselves of the mafia that are ruling...
...our State, headed by that cynic Vargas.
There is nothing to thank we are doing it...
...merely out of journalistic interest.
Besides thanking you in person...
...I also came to invite you to be an honor witness to our...
...session in Congress tomorrow, where we expect to make history.
We will ask for the Governor's resignation.
You are asking for the Governor's resignation?
I'm sure that your presence, will not only be an honor...
...but will be a factor to achieve this goal.
I am very grateful for the invitation...
...I'll surely be there.
When and where will the session be?
Tomorrow, 9 o'clock sharp.
Farewell, Don Carlos.
You have an unconditional friend in me.
I promise that we'll be the light and hope...
...to these people, so help me God.
I'll see you tomorrow Congressman, and good luck.
-Thank you. -Go ahead.
-See you tomorrow. -Have a good night.
Fucking Congressman!
-What's up, Ricardo? -What with that face, Carlos?
We are in trouble.
What happened?
Some crazy dude just stopped by arguing that thanks to...
...the videos Javier showed...
...he is asking for Governor Vargas resignation.
He's probably just someone that was inspired by...
-...what he saw on the news. -Worse...
He's the leader of the opposition in the local Congress...
...and apparently he has a whole show set up.
You know what?
We have to alert the Governor.
Guys, welcome to our beautiful State...
...I'm glad you agreed to come...
...the party is really good and the Governor...
...was already bad mouthing you.
We'll see how he takes the news we are about to break to him.
Did something happen?
A Congressman came to my room by surprise...
...one Agustín Morales which I'm sure...
...you know about. And out of the blue...
...he told me tomorrow morning...
...he is going to ask for the Governor's resignation in Congress.
To be honest he was quite determined.
I know him perfectly from a long time ago.
Among other things, he was the Governor's rival...
...in the past election, and since he lost...
...the motherfucker keeps insisting...
...to bring us down.
How dangerous is this guy?
Somewhat dangerous.
He is one of those self-righteous assholes...
...obsessed with justice, equality...
...democracy.
In fact, the Governor's nickname for him is "The Messiah".
The Messiah, that suits him well.
I'm going to have to ask you, to be careful how you tell him...
...the Governor has wanted to shoot the guy for a long time...
...so let's not give him an excuse to do so.
No.
No, no, what we least need right now...
...is another scandal.
Not at all.
What's up guys? Still frightened?
Guess what?
I have to search you again.
OK.
Sorry guys, but we only let in...
...our high society here.
So much food and I'm so hungry, don't bring me here!
I want to see you that way.
Governor!
Welcome boys!
Compadre, I want to introduce you to some young men...
...who are going to make me President.
Nice to meet you, guys.
Take care of my boss.
And don't go snitching about.
-I'll let you guys talk. -Thank you, compadre.
I'm glad you came. This was your party.
The dumbasses in my staff mentioned that...
-...you weren't coming. -Thank you, Governor...
...but we are actually here because an urgent matter.
Go ahead man, I hold no secrets from my friends.
But first, have a drink. Lucrecio!
Offer my guests something.
Actually, it's work related and it's very sensitive...
...it's better that we talk in private.
What a hard-working kid...
...I like that, come over here.
OK, girls treat him well...
...he needs to say good things about our State.
-So, what is this about? -It's about Congressman Morales...
...I spoke to him and he mentioned tomorrow he is asking...
-...for your resignation in Congress. -My resignation? My resignation!
Fucking Morales, he is a son of a bitch.
That Messiah thinks he is unstoppable.
We'll have to teach him a lesson...
...so he stops fucking around with us.
Honestly Governor, I don't think that's a good idea.
I think it's best for now...
...to let tomorrow's session go unnoticed...
...that way we'll avoid another scandal.
I'll speak to my Congressmen...
...just like in the Federal Congress, my party is the majority here.
And many of the opposition members are on our side.
I'll brief them and they'll be prepared...
...to convince him not to take the stand.
Whatever you want, but it's important...
...to have a few peaceful days, to let the video scandal die down.
Tomorrow I would like to present you my strategy...
...but the important thing...
...is that your opponent doesn't generate another scandal...
...otherwise we will be worse off that we already are.
I understand motherfucker, I'm not as stupid as you think I am.
If there is something I know about is the value of...
...communication and harmony in Mexican politics.
I'll leave it to you Governor.
OK, now let's go have a drink and a girl...
...courtesy of my government.
Governor, I wouldn't want to sound rude, but tomorrow...
...we have to get up early to work.
Don't you worry about that. I'll handle it.
Or maybe you don't dig chicks?
They say there are tons of fags in TV.
-No, no, no. -Come on!
Come here!
Come on!
Train ride!
What's up there?
Carmelo Vargas, you better fucking leave!
Carmelo Vargas...!
Fellow Congressmen...
...I know I have been criticized by the Governor...
...and by many of you...
...who have accused me of damaging our State's public image.
But my words are not harmful...
...as the acts of impunity and corruption...
...that villain Vargas has committed.
Many of you here...
...many of you here...
Order! Order please!
Continue Congressman.
Thank you, Madam Chair.
Many of you here cast doubts on the evidence...
...that I have previously shown you...
...that document the scandalous and disproportionate...
...enrichment of the Governor.
But after...
...but after...
-Order! -But after watching the videos...
...that have been aired on National TV...
...shaming our State...
...I ask this sovereign body...
...to demand the immediate resignation of the Governor...
...and his gang of delinquents...
...that have so badly damaged our State.
-Order, please! -Down with Vargas!
Down with Vargas!
You should shoot him!
He's hurt!
The Congressman was shot!
Mr. Governor, this is the worst thing that could have happened.
Not only do we have to deal...
...with the impact of the videos that unfortunately...
...keep coming up in the newspapers...
...but also to the reactions of this murder attempt.
You're right, Carlos.
All my staff are a bunch of idiots.
I have told them a thousand times, that if they shoot someone...
...the worst thing you can do, is let them live.
Don't worry, Governor...
...the Congressman is out of danger and we got...
...the culprits, who acknowledged full responsibility.
The problem is that there was tons of media...
...and if for any reason, the news gets out...
...the pressure for your resignation Governor...
...will come straight from the Official Residence.
Don't worry about local media, they are all on our payroll...
...and they only publish what we ask them to.
Sirs, a shoot out in a Congress...
...even if it's a local one, is national news.
Well my dear Carlitos...
...this problem is as much mine as is it yours.
But you guys can fix anything.
That is why I am paying a fortune to your Network.
Right?
I don't see another solution than to set in motion the "Chinese Box".
What the fuck do the Chinese have to do with all of this?
Let me explain the "Chinese Box".
We need to find another story.
Something big that distracts attention so that the attempt...
...is in the backstage. A story...
...that people can relate to, that moves them.
That is the "Chinese Box".
Well here we have tons of stories...
...about shoot outs and executions...
...just this morning we found 8 casualties...
...in a rodeo, would that work for you, Don Carlos?
No, no. Captain, any ideas?
No, what I've got are also blood related events. Look.
No, no.
We have orders from on high to bury these kinds of stories...
...so people think that these things aren't happening...
...besides...
...viewers are already fed up with the yellow press...
...and honestly...
...I don't think it's a good idea to focus on killings...
...and decapitations in your State, Mr. Governor.
Carlos, I'm not sure we are following you...
...what exactly are you thinking?
I'm thinking about, a sex scandal...
...somebody important, a--
A natural disaster.
Do you remember the trapped miners?
Something like that.
A story that engages people...
...so they stop thinking about the Governor's resignation.
The only thing is we'll need it in a couple hours...
...so we can air it on the news.
OK, sons of bitches, you heard him! Get to work and start thinking!
The shit hit the fan, we need to help Carlitos.
-Hurry! -Excuse me, Godfather.
-See you, compadre. -Excuse me, sir.
-Yes, sir. -Don't worry, Carlos...
...we'll come up with something.
Who's afraid of the big bad wolf The big bad wolf
Kids are afraid of the big bad wolf The big bad wolf
Such big ears, the better to hear you with
Such big eyes, the better to see you with
I've already shown you my LA pictures?
-No. Let's see. -Look.
Here I was just arriving...
-...and then-- -Pancho, don't!
Big teeth, the better to eat
Such big teeth, the better
Look, here the people...
-...are starting to eat, but-- -Stop, don't do that!
-The last one. -Show me the picture.
So imagine, here in this park...
I said stop!
-Where are the girls, Pancho? -I don't know.
Ana!
Elena!
Ana!
Elena!
Ana!
Elena!
Ana!
Elena!
There is no doubt, the twins will be a wonderful story.
What can you tell me about the family?
Nothing special, Don Carlos.
The dad is a small business man...
...and the mother is a stay at home mom.
Apparently the girls were inside the compound...
...and the maid was flirting with the gardener.
Once they started looking, they couldn't find them.
The mom is going crazy.
Attorney, please get me all the information...
...and tell the parents we are on our way.
Martin, go with them. Toño, go with Ricardo.
Look Lucia, can I call you by your first name?
Of course.
We want you to tell us in the simplest possible way...
...but emotive, everything that happened.
Don't get nervous, I'm here to help...
...if you need to, we'll do it several times.
Thanks, but I'm not sure I can, I'm a wreck...
-....of nerves-- -Easy, it will be fine.
OK, Mr. and Mrs. Garza, this will be easy.
Ricardo will ask you a few questions...
...when he does, you look straight at him...
...and when you answer you look straight into the camera.
Questions? OK, we're rolling.
Five, four, three...
...two.
We are here tonight in the home of Lucia and Salvador Garza...
...who will share with us...
...the anguish they are living right now.
Their two small twin daughters, Ana and Elena...
...disappeared this morning from their own house.
Lucia, tell us, what happened?
Look Ricardo, this morning while I was showering...
...Juanita, the girls' nanny, came running...
...to tell me she couldn't find them...
...they were playing in the garden...
...and suddenly they weren't there.
They disappeared just like that?
At first we thought they could be at a neighbors' house...
...we looked everywhere but we couldn't find them...
...so... I was desperate...
...and I called Salvador at work...
...we kept looking, all three of us...
...all over the compound, without success.
Then Salvador decided to call the police...
...but we haven't heard any news.
Could this be a kidnapping?
No.
No, no.
We are not wealthy, no...
No... We don't have enemies.
We are a middle-class family, no--
Salvador, do you have any ties to organized crime?
Any business that could cause this...
...gambling debts, revenge...
...any disgruntled employee, you don't suspect anybody?
Look, Ricardo, we are good people.
We would never hurt anyone.
I'm begging anybody that could have seen something...
...or that knows where my girls are...
...to please, get in touch with us or the police...
...any information can be very useful.
I beg you for the love of God...
...help us find them we are in despair...
Cut! Cut! Very good Lucia, very good.
But this time can you say that directly to the camera...
...holding the girls' picture.
And also, don't wipe your tears. All right?
Millions of viewers are watching you.
You don't know how this can help.
OK? There is the picture.
Take your time.
Very well. Very well.
-A little higher, a litt-- -Like this?
Like that, thank you.
We are good people, Ricardo...
...we would never hurt anybody.
I'm begging anybody who saw something...
...or has any information on where my girls are.
Please get in touch with us or the police...
...any information is useful.
I beg you, for the love of God.
Help us find them, we are in despair, please!
And so Javier, once more we are witnessing...
...a terrible story, one that calls for unity...
...and moves us to search for the best within us.
Finally, I would like to report that Governor Vargas...
...headed an operation to continue...
...the search for these little girls...
...since the early hours of today Governor Carmelo Vargas...
...personally led the search team to find the twins...
...Ana and Elena Garza.
-Come on, let's search for them. -Yes, sir.
All along the side.
In order to find any clue to the girls' whereabouts...
...the Governor put all his...
...security corps...
...who continue working tirelessly.
Unfortunately until now...
...there has been no clue to their whereabouts.
Back to you in the studio and we'll keep informed...
...for 24 hours in 30 minutes...
-...Ricardo Diaz. -Thank you, Ricardo.
There you have it, one family's drama, just like any other...
...that in a matter of minutes...
...their lives were shattered forever.
You are probably wondering...
...what could be the fate of these twins...
...in a world such as we live in today.
Our colleague Laura Cardenas has prepared the following report.
Javier, today a group of pimps...
...was arrested...
...they kept young girls in captivity...
...between 12 and 19 years old...
The Attorney General informed us that this group...
...was connected to a pedophile network...
...that not only sexually exploited the minors...
...but also produced pornographic material...
...for commercialization---
How are they Ma'am?
They are fine, boss.
They were crying a lot at first...
...and didn't go to sleep, but now they are fine.
-Cover them up. -Yes, boss.
And keep an eye on them.
Don't go falling asleep on me.
No, don't worry, Don.
In Mexico every year thousands of kids are reported missing.
Worldwide studies and statistics...
...show that infant trafficking...
...along with drug and arms trafficking...
...is one of the most profitable businesses...
...for international mafia circles.
Women trafficking, child slavery...
...for sexual exploitation--
Hey boss...
And if we do as they say on TV...
...and sell the girls to a brothel?
Wouldn't we make more dough?
They are very pretty.
Imagine what we would get with those eyes...
...and their little hearts--
Stop talking bullshit, you idiots.
We agreed from a start that things...
...would go my way.
If you don't like it you can go fuck yourself.
OK?
...10 thousand to 150 thousand dollars depending on the final destination--
For 24 hours in 30 minutes, this is Laura Cardenas...
...back to you, Javier.
What's up Pepe, how did we do?
Excellent.
No, no, I loved the report...
...I thought it was great to talk about child prostitutes.
Yes, I checked the numbers on Facebook and Twitter...
...this is a steamroller. How did we do in the ratings?
And in share?
God damn, almost like the soap opera.
Don't worry, I got it under control.
OK.
Congratulations to you too.
Bye.
As you can see the strategy was a big success.
No one in the media even mentions the Governors' swindles...
...nor the attempt on Congressman Morales.
You really are a genius, Carlos. My godfather was really pleased.
He's probably still celebrating right now, the bastard.
What do we know about Congressman Morales?
He's out of danger, they'll release him in a couple days.
The twins' investigation, Attorney General?
No news on that front, Don Carlos...
...we've been doing some questioning...
...and the most relevant thing is apparently the Garzas...
..have some money issues.
The maid told us, that the marriage...
...is not going well and that the missus...
...has a boyfriend, although we haven't confirmed that.
Listen, I don't want to tell you how to do your job...
...but don't you think that it is very likely...
...that one of them is behind the girls' disappearance?
We shouldn't overlook that hypothesis.
So what you're saying is that...
...if you focus your investigation on the Garzas...
...I'm sure you'll find some dirt.
24 HOURS 30 MINUTES
SPECIAL REPORT
Javier we are in front of the Garza family home...
...where today investigations on...
...the twins' disappearance took an amazing twist.
We have prepared the following story.
Take your hands off me!
Since early this morning the Attorney General informed us...
...that several inconsistencies and contradictions...
...were found in the parents' declarations.
The Garzas' were at the Public prosecutor's...
...office giving testimony...
...until late last night.
Unfortunately when crosschecking their stories...
...we found contradicting elements in the facts.
Pursuant to the Public prosecutor's criteria...
...this means there was a premeditated attempt to hide information...
...and serious mutual accusations.
What looked to be a solid marriage...
...when confronted by our cameras...
...it became evident...
...that it was all appearances.
In a relation in which lies, treason...
...and indifference, are present everyday.
Lucia, tell us, how is your relationship with your husband...
...we know you've had your problems.
Ricardo, let me tell you we have had our problems...
...but no more than any other couple.
Sometimes we fight, like all marriages, OK?
But there are rumors that Salvador left the house more than a month ago.
What happened in your relationship that led you to make such a strong...
...choice that led to the disappearance of your girls?
And when it looked like we were only witnessing...
...a marital crisis...
...Juana Casimiro, the girl's nanny...
...revelations, gave the story a 180 degree turn.
Juanita, how many years have you worked with the family?
Five years.
When the girls were born, the missus hired me to help her.
Tell us, in confidence is it true that they have...
...many problems?
Specially when Mr. Garza found out she had a boyfriend.
He left the house.
Let's see, tell us how did he found out?
Don't tell me the boyfriend stayed overnight?
Yes.
Salvador Garza, father of the girls...
...admitted that his business is on the verge of bankruptcy.
Salvador, there is talk that you have serious money issues...
...and because of that your marriage is in crisis...
...don't you think this has anything to do...
...with your girls' disappearance?
With all due respect Ricardo, I don't understand...
...what one thing has to do with the other.
It's true, my business is going through a rough patch at the moment...
...and yes, I've had some issues in my marriage...
...with Lucia. But what makes you think...
...that it has anything to do with the girls' disappearance?
Sorry Salvador, but to me it's evident.
Mr. Gomez, Lucia Garza's lover...
...well known in the State...
...to be a heartbreaker...
...refused to be interviewed, and was...
...what we can say arrogant and violent...
...letting us infer that he has something to hide.
-Mr. Gomez-- -Please, turn your camera off.
Mr. Gomez, we know you have an affair...
...with the girls' mother and that you stayed overnight...
...the night before they went missing.
-Do you have anything to say? - Sons of @%&$(?!
It's your fault the country is in the state it's in.
I'm going to ask you to please respect my privacy.
Excuse me.
-Why don't you want to-- -Shut up!
So in conclusion, after a day...
...full of revelations and surprises...
...the Public prosecutor decided to issue...
...a detention order...
...that was executed by the State Attorney.
Take your hands off me.
This afternoon after declaring to the Attorney General...
...the Garzas' nanny Juana Casimiro...
...and Manuel Gomez, presumed lover of Lucia Garza...
...were detained under police custody in a motel...
...in the capital, under charges of being prime suspects...
...in the girls' disappearance.
We'll keep you posted...
...on any developments.
And we'll keep in touch.
For 24 hours in 30 minutes...
-...Ricardo Diaz. -Thank you, Ricardo.
There is no doubt that every day...
...in this country it is harder...
...to trust people upon appearance only.
And to you, watching us from your home...
...we invite you to participate in today's question:
Who do you think has more blame in...
...the twins' disappearance? Our options are:
A) The mother. B) The father.
C) The boyfriend. D) The nanny.
Please participate by calling our numbers.
But let me tell you that so far...
...our operators report the following result.
The mom the most votes as responsible party, with 46%
The dad a close second, with 43%
The boyfriend far away, with 8%
And the nanny, with a symbolic 3%
Keep calling...
...you still have a chance to give us your opinion.
28 rating points and 49 share. I agree...
...this is totally phenomenal.
Pepe, I wanted to thank you for the opportunity...
...you don't know how much I appreciate it.
Of course. I'll tell Ricardo.
Bye.
Yes.
Don Carlos, good evening. I didn't interrupt you, did I?
No, no. Don't worry Mr. Attorney General tell me, any news?
Just to let you know I had to release...
...the girls' parents.
For fuck's sake, man, why didn't you tell me?
I'm very sorry Don Carlos, but I had no choice.
A witness came up and said he saw some people...
...taking the girls and their lawyer got them an released.
What do you mean a witness? Attorney, listen to me...
...come up with a way to stop him I'm on my way...
...and have him talk to no one until I'm there, do you understand?
Yes, Don Carlos.
Fuck--!
OK, motherfucker, repeat everything you said.
Well boss...
...the day that the girls were taken...
...I was working in a house...
...it was around 11:30...
...when suddenly...
...I saw a pair of thugs take the twins...
...wrapped in blankets and threw them inside a truck...
...driven by another dude.
And they took off.
Why didn't you say anything before?
Because... I saw that they were looking for them on TV...
...and I thought there might be a reward.
Here is your reward, you son of a bitch!
Stop, stop!
Can you ID these guys?
Of course, boss.
I already... described them to the Commander.
Right boss?
Let's go talk somewhere else.
What do you think?
It all holds together.
We asked around and that bastard...
...is telling the truth. In fact...
...he already ID'ed two of the thugs...
...a pair of lowly miscreants, look.
And what are you doing with him?
We have to let him go.
We have nothing on him.
Unless, you say otherwise.
No, after the beating you gave him...
...he is probably sorry he opened his mouth.
Just let me have his contact details...
...in case I have to interview him.
His name is Castulo Servin, and he lives in a shanty town.
Here are his contact details.
-Congressman Morales? -Good evening, Don Carlos.
-What are you doing here? -First of all...
...I apologize, for breaking in like this.
As you have already seen my life is in danger...
-...and I must tread carefully. -I don't know if...
...you are overreacting and I don't know if I can help you.
Much more than you think.
My life is not important, if at the end...
...my mission is successful and I can bring down Vargas and his crew.
Remember Saint Augustine's words:
"The blood of martyrs, is the seed of liberty".
Well I find that corny and romantic...
...but tell me what you have in mind.
You know that we are also interested...
-...in taking down the Governor. -Can you watch this please?
What is this Congressman?
More proof of the Governor's wrongdoing...
...at this point, I don't think there is anyone left...
...who is surprised by it.
Just watch carefully.
I told you compadre, I'm not like...
...the idiots from the opposing party.
I don't ask for charity, that should be enough...
-...for a permit. -You are greedy Governor.
OK. Deal.
As soon as you sign the permits I'll deposit to your account.
And so you know there are no hard feelings, I'll send...
...the receipts with a couple of very easy chicks.
Right on, but this time they should speak Spanish!
The fucking Ruskies you sent last time...
...didn't understand me when I asked them for a BJ...
...the only way they understood, was by showing them how to do it.
OK, but we have to be more discreet.
We don't want to repeat what happened with Congressman Ramirez...
...when he found out he also wanted in...
...that big motherfucker.
Don't worry, compadre, we'll deal with it.
If any other stupid Congressman...
...wants to cross us we'll put a bullet in him...
...just like that fucker Ramirez, and we'll move on.
That's my Governor, always such a problem solver.
I really admire you, you're my hero!
What do you think, Don Carlos?
This is Congressman Ramirez.
Another martyr for democracy.
Picture this...
...mastermind of a homicide...
...women trafficking, money laundering...
...and embezzlement.
These are just some of the beauties found in this video...
...that we can sink Vargas with.
And what do you want us to do with this?
The same as last time, air them on the news...
...with Perez-Harris.
I'm sure that after this Vargas...
...will have no option but to resign.
But we have to verify the authenticity of the video...
...in other occasions they've been fakes.
Don't worry about that, Don Carlos...
...I have a witness who saw when Vargas gave...
...the order to kill my colleague.
I'll check into it with my bosses...
...but I don't think there will be any problem.
Allow me.
Let me give you something.
It's a copy.
Please take care of it.
Please be very careful...
...you already saw what the tyrant can do.
And fear not...
...the success of our mission...
...is much more important than our destiny.
-Excuse me. -It's okay.
-Good evening, Congressman. -Good evening, Don Carlos.
Fuck me!
Another hazard to Mexico.
Oscar, I'm going to need an urgent meeting...
...with the Governor first thing tomorrow morning.
We don't want to repeat what happened with Congressman Ramirez...
...when he found out he also wanted in...
-...that big motherfucker. -Don't worry, compadre...
...we'll deal with it. If any other stupid Congressman...
...wants to cross us we'll put a bullet in him...
...just like that fucker Ramirez, and we'll move on--
What do you want me to say, Don Carlos?
That it wasn't me?
We'll I'll tell you, "It wasn't me".
Mr. Governor these are grave accusations...
...if for any reason this gets out...
...we are going to have to start from zero, and honestly...
-...I don't know if we can do that. -Carlitos...
...let's not play dumb, you and I both know that TV...
...can do anything. Am I right?
Yes Governor, but honestly I never imagined...
-...that this would be so-- -So... what?
So fucked up?
Don't be naive Carlitos, you weren't born yesterday.
That is how politics are played.
Or else, tell me the name of one Governor or President...
...who has finished his duties without a couple of dead bodies...
...in the closet.
Some even before taking office.
Or...
Have you forgotten the stories of our current...
...Mr. President.
The problem here are the circumstances.
Congressman Morales is not alone in this.
Those fucking Congressmen are my bitches.
What's up, compadre?
Don't fucking kid me, asshole.
Yes, yes, he's here with me now. I'll let him know.
You focus on fixing that however you can.
Is something wrong, Governor?
Now we're in some real shit.
The Garza twins were kidnapped.
Kidnapped?
Governor, I think we just won the lottery.
But I'm going to need all your support.
Look Salvador, I understand perfectly...
...what you're going through, but you have to decide quickly.
They just asked you for one million dollars...
...you have to start somewhere.
But we're not sure this is the right way...
...I would like to check this first with an attorney.
The only thing I want is my daughters back.
The message is very clear in the sense...
...that there should be no police intervention.
Give me the order, and I'll tell them to go away.
Yes, but the 50 thousand dollars that you are offering...
-...seems very little. -OK, I'll speak to my bosses...
...and I'll get you 100 thousand, but the exclusivity...
...contract has to be signed by both of you.
Yes.
Where will I get the rest?
You can mortgage your house at the TV Network bank.
I'll put in a good word for you.
OK Salvador, sign it.
Sign each page, and your full signature in the last page.
-Lucia, you are also signing. -Yes.
Let me remind you you can't even look...
...out the window without my permission.
Do you agree?
The paperwork is in order, Attorney General.
Are you sure you don't need us, Don Carlos?
These kidnappers are real thugs...
-...and can be very tricky. -Don't worry, I'll let you know...
...or Captain Gordoa if we need anything.
We'll be waiting.
Anything you need, let us know. We're here to help.
Thank you, Attorney General. Capitan.
-We're here to help. -I appreciate it.
OK, all of you, listen up.
This is private property and I need you to get out.
Quiet, quiet! Make way! Make way!
See that guard house?
Get behind it. Quick!
And don't be stupid, or I'll put you in jail.
Come on! Let's go!
Watch the light, and don't let them block each other.
Lucia, Salvador, when we go live...
...don't cover your faces and watch the light, OK?
And something else, if you can make it seem...
...as though you still have some feelings for each other.
Toño, when I talk about them...
...zoom in on their faces and hold the close up.
Put the table in please.
Governor, how are you getting along?
-We are about to go live. -I'm doing well, damn it!
It's very important that you show self-confidence and composure...
...but most importantly, you can't show that you're reading.
Don't worry, slut head.
You'll see how I do it better than the President.
Also, please mind your language.
Governor, girls, both. Let me know.
Joys and sorrows!
Over here!
Good evening.
This is 24 hours in 30 minutes...
...I'm Javier Perez-Harris, and these are the headlines.
A new twist in the sad story...
...of the disappearance of the Garza twins...
...this morning, due to lack of proof...
...the girls' parents were released from custody.
But later on to everybody's surprise...
...the girls' situation was clarified...
...when the parents received a message...
...from a group of kidnappers...
...requesting a ransom worth millions.
We'll have all the details directly...
...with our special envoys.
This is 24 hours in 30 minutes.
Today is a historic day.
Let's see that thug Vargas' face...
...when they air those videos on National TV.
...hear my prayers.
As we told you earlier...
...today was a particular emotive and dramatic...
...day in the case of the disappearance of the Garza twins.
To bring us up to speed, we're going live...
...with our special envoy Ricardo Diaz.
You're on, Ricardo.
Javier, good evening, we are transmitting...
...from Lucia and Salvador Garza's home.
As you already mentioned today was a day...
...full of real drama...
...after the couple's release...
...a message from a band of kidnappers...
...that was received earlier, demanding a ransom...
...of one million dollars.
Yes, a million dollars to release--
What do you think, boss?
It's all going very well.
...this represents an exorbitant amount, given...
...the economic crisis the family is going through.
But it wasn't all bad news, Javier...
...this afternoon after hearing about...
...the kidnap, the State Governor was outraged...
...and setting a great example, together with the parents...
...he sent the following, message to society.
Are you ready Governor? I remind you are going live.
OK, silence please. We're on in five...
...four, three...
Fellow citizens...
...the authority vested on me...
...through democratic vote...
...implies a great responsibility.
Being in charge of a State such as ours...
...entails happiness and heartaches.
But when the will to serve comes first...
...one can leave behind rumors and lies...
...and focus on what is really important.
I was informed, moments ago...
...by my collaborators...
...of the terrible news about twins Ana and Elena...
...Garza's kidnapping.
I want to inform you that starting today...
...and until they appear safe and sound...
...all the resources available to the State...
...will be focused on...
...achieving such a noble task.
I also want to take this opportunity...
...to send a message of amity...
...to my fellow countrymen.
And assure the parents...
...of the girls that I will not rest...
...until they are reunited, with their beautiful daughters.
You have my word.
Thank you very much.
And so Javier, after this moving...
...and emotional message by Governor Vargas, that...
...truth be said is a rare event for a politician...
...to appear concerned and humane. I will now sign off...
...not before sharing, this heartbreaking image...
...of a couple that, in adversity...
...have rediscovered lost love.
Good night.
Cheers, gentlemen!
I told you, selling my ass to those sons of bitches...
...on TV, has been the best investment made by my government.
Hasn't it?
The truth Governor, I can clearly see your future...
...as our next President.
Congratulations, godfather.
You showed the three qualities it takes to be President...
...honesty, intelligence and sensitivity, godfather.
Mr. Governor, it's an honor.
Compadre, I'm very proud to be a part of your team.
You'll go far with me, but it's all thanks to this boy.
This guy really knows his shit.
Come here, boy. Come here.
-Congratulations, you've done well. -Thanks Governor...
...let me tell you that even I was surprised.
Congratulations, Governor you were great, great.
-Enormous! -Ok, enough, enough.
Enough with the ass kissing, let's go find some escorts and celebrate.
I hope now you do join us...
-...my dear Carlitos. -Jeez, Governor...
...don't think wrong of me, again, but I have to...
...go back to the Garza's home to supervise everything.
I don't think bad of you, you stud.
I know you're fucking Jazmin.
The foxiest chick in this country.
Hey Governor, who told you that?
Dude, did you think I wouldn't do a background check on you?
If there weren't any witnesses, I swear I would blow you.
Just imagining where you've been dunking your sausage in.
Jazmincita is and will be, the girl of my dreams.
-With your permission, Governor. -Please.
Between Friday and Saturday Popocatepetl emitted...
...45 exhalations of low and medium intensity...
...as well as high frequency and low...
...amplitude tremors for almost two--
Hey boss, when are we going to close that business?
Wouldn't it be good to do it once and for all?
Why don't we send them some fingers...
...or some of the girls' ears?
To put some pressure on them.
No boss, for the love of God don't let them hurt the girls.
Don't worry, Ms...
...don't pay attention to these assholes.
Besides, we have to give the parents' time...
...to come up with the dough.
...he ruled out legalization of consumption...
...as the magic solution. It was discussed...
...as a starting point to talk about drugs...
...as a matter of Public Health...
...and not only as security issue...
With the slogan 'An integral solution to the worldwide problem...
...of drugs in the Americas".
These were today's news...
...please tune us tomorrow in this news station.
Good evening.
Scoundrels!
To not even mention not even once...
-...my denunciation. -Maybe they'll pass it tomorrow...
...most of the news tonight was about...
-...those poor girls. -Don't be naive, Manuel.
I know realize that this is a conspiracy...
...to divert attention.
But I know who will tell me the truth.
Alfonso...
-Mister. -Thanks.
-I can't take it anymore. -I already told you Richard...
...more than 35 rating points, only in the soccer finals...
...and we are about to achieve it.
I just got off the phone with, Pepe and he told me...
-...Don Alejandro is very happy. -Well of course, but there is a big...
...difference between that and having to stay to live here.
I'm feeling horny tonight, I have plans with some chicks.
Richard, think this over.
We are about to make history...
...on Mexican TV and you are complaining.
Any moment now the kidnappers can call...
...imagine that going live.
There is no doubt that you're sick.
OK, I'll have to make due with what I can.
What happened, Ricardo?
Nothing, I'm worried, how are you?
Ricardo, what do you want me to say?
I'm desperate and I feel all alone.
I think you need to get it off your chest.
Come, let's talk.
Good night, Congressman.
Here are the documents.
You don't know how hard it was to get them.
Thanks, son.
Here's the money, if you want to count it.
I suppose it's fine, as always.
I wanted to ask a favor, Congressman.
Please be more discreet this time.
This is even more delicate than the videos.
Don't worry, mum's the word.
I remind you my offer is still in place...
...for you to join the party.
-We need people like you. -Thanks.
There'll be time to talk about that.
Good luck.
That's it!
Yes?
-Don Carlos? -Yes.
-This is Congressman Morales. -Congressman, how are you?
Why didn't you keep your promise?
Look, I'm sorry, I don't know... why they didn't air...
...the videos, you have to understand...
...I'm not the one who makes those calls.
I need to see you urgently, I have something...
...that you can't deny airing.
What do you have?
Something that links your station with Governor Vargas.
I'm sure it will put your bosses in an uncomfortable situation.
OK, Congressman where shall I see you?
In the Congress.
9:00 sharp tomorrow.
OK, I'll see you there.
Good night.
Good morning, Don Carlos, thank you for being on time!
Tell me Congressman, how can I help you?
You're probably wondering why I asked you to come here...
-...right? -I don't know, I guess...
-...because you work here. -No, no Don Carlos.
I asked you here because this place represents much more than...
...just a simple hall of congress.
This Congress, however humble...
...you may find it...
...is the last hope...
...for many people like me that are fed up with impunity...
...and the corruption and the lies--
Bravo Congressman, bravo! The truth is...
...I didn't bring the cameras, and I don't know where you're going with this.
You and your bosses must think that I'm an idiot, right?
A small town Congressman who you can treat...
...as your puppet.
No, Congressman...
...not quite.
Well you're wrong Don Carlos.
Haven't you heard the saying there is no small enemy?
Or are you going to deny that this is the reason...
...you are thwarting me.
And you have been protecting that corrupt Vargas.
These are copies of the contracts that our honorable...
...Governor signed with your firm.
Do you want me to believe that story of the twins?
And that your station is presenting the Governor...
...as a champion of justice in prime time...
-...for nothing? -You're wrong, Congressman...
...those contracts are commercial agreements...
...that we have with almost every state...
-...including the federal government. -Don't insult my intelligence.
Do you know what your enemies or your rivals would give...
...for this information? Just think...
...what would to the shares of your company in the stock market?
-Do you want to blackmail us? -No!
No, Don Carlos!
Not everyone is as corrupt as you are...
...thank God in this country...
...there are still some honorable politicians.
OK, Congressman cut to the chase, what do you want?
What I want, which is also my right...
...guaranteed by the Constitution...
...is a space in Perez-Harris' news broadcast...
...to present the evidence I have against the Governor.
Ten minutes, on prime time and not a minute less.
You say you don't want to blackmail me...
...do you have any idea how much 10 minutes of prime time are worth?
I have no doubt that cynicism...
...is the editorial line of your station.
I'll leave you alone in this hall of democracy so you can think.
I'll wait for your call, before midday.
Otherwise, tell your bosses...
...to suffer the consequences.
Good morning, Lupita. Put Pepe on the line.
He's in a meeting.
I don't care, tell him it's urgent.
What do you want Carlos?
Sorry to interrupt Pepe, we're in deep shit.
Did something happen to the twins?
No, no, that's all fine.
The leader of Congress...
...got a hold of our contracts with the Governor...
...and is about to go public with them.
Son of a bitch! How did he get them?
I haven't the faintest idea.
Offer him some money. I'm sure that's what he wants...
...those cocksuckers are all the same.
No, the problem is he doesn't want money.
What do you mean? You probably didn't ask him right.
He wants 10 minutes with Perez-Harris...
...to talk about all the shit he has on the Governor.
OK, listen to me carefully, this is what you're going to do.
You are telling this motherfucker that he can have anything he wants.
I'll deal with the rest, do you understand?
OK, I'll let him know then.
You call me immediately after you talk to this fucking bastard.
OK! Thanks.
Mr. Harman, the President is on the line.
What's going on Pepe?
What's up Mr. President, how are you?
Fine thanks. Tell me.
I have a problem, I need your help.
How can I help you?
Some contracts were leaked...
...involving our firm, and a guy named Agustin Morales...
...wants to blackmail us.
What can I do for you?
What do you mean what?
Get your lackeys to work...
...and send us all you've got on him.
OK, I'll tell the Secretary of the Interior...
...see what he's got, and I'll let you know.
But I need it before 5:00 this afternoon.
It's urgent.
Send it over with the general, here to my office.
Yes Pepe, don't worry I'll let you know.
One last thing.
What's up?
Who is taking care of your ties?
Why?
You look like a portrait, dude, I'm going to send you some new ones.
You're on.
Take care.
Take care, Pepe.
So then, it's clear isn't it Carlitos?
-Crystal clear, Pepe. -You have the transcript?
-Is it ready? -When I can I'll show it...
...to the Governor and tell him this information...
...comes straight from the Secretary of Interior.
Then I'll take care of the Governor...
...and you take care of Congressman Morales.
What do you know about Morales?
I told him he has to be in the studio at 8:00.
Perfect.
Look Carlitos, I'm going to need you at the top of your game.
I'm going to need you to do two things at the same time...
...and keep an eye on both, the Governor and the twins.
Can I count on you with this?
Don't worry boss, I'll have something for you tonight.
That's the spirit! Take care.
Alfonso?
Good evening Congressman, how can I help you?
I need your help again.
What is it this time, sir?
Do you know if our friend...
...has an agreement with the TV network?
I know something... but this is a delicate topic.
How delicate?
Doubly delicate than last time...
...plus the rest we had already agreed on.
OK, but I need it today.
I'll see you in the same place at 12:30
OK, son. See you there.
You see dickhead?
If we would have finished with that sucker Morales...
...this wouldn't have happened.
They'll deal with that in Mexico now.
What we have to stop are the filtrations...
...and unfortunately it has to be him.
But who gave those tapes to your boss?
Either the Secretariat of the Interior or the office of the President.
Motherfuckers!
And I thought he was worth bringing in from the Green Party.
Rosita.
Yes sir.
Tell my godson to come in.
Of course, sir.
OK Governor, I'll leave you I have to finish the story...
-...for tonight. -No, no, no, no.
Stay here.
So you see how things are taken care of in this country.
Sit down. It won't be long.
May I, godfather? What's up, Carlos?
Sit down, Poncho.
Let's see, Poncho.
Carlitos here just told me that it's you who is...
...giving information to Congressman Morales.
What do you have to say about that?
Are you really going to believe that about me?
Son, I just heard a tape recording of you and...
...that fucking Messiah where it's very clear.
Haven't I been good to you?
Haven't I treated you like a son?
Of course, godfather.
How can you believe I would do such a thing to you?
Motherfucker!
The information comes directly from the President!
Please, forgive me.
I know I was wrong, I didn't mean to...
...I have a lot of debts.
Son of a bitch!
You didn't mean to?
I knew this yuppie would betray me.
Well, Carlitos, now we have one less problem.
Now you can go to work.
Oh, and just to be clear...
...please make sure that nothing goes wrong with the girls.
OK?
Yes, Governor.
The potato was in the pan--
I'm going into town to call from a payphone.
Keep an eye out and watch the girls.
And do not start drinking or doing any funny business.
Don't worry boss.
If I'm not here in a couple of hours.
You know what to do. OK?
Yes, boss.
But, do you think we are rookies?
I'm not saying you're rookies, I'm saying your stupid.
And watch Doña Chole...
...that whore has taken a liking to the girls.
The potato was in the pan...
...it had a lot of oil...
Don't cry, Jazmin!
-Castulo Servin. -Yes?
This is for ratting!
She's right...
...it better that I leave this house...
No, Jazmin!
She will go first!
Don't forget the promise that you made to my father.
What would the terms be?
No, thank you...
...I have no collateral...
...besides, 150% interest is abusive, thank you.
What happened, Salvador, how are you doing on the money front?
Very bad. I've mortgaged my house to your bank.
I sold the car and Lucia's jewelry.
I asked for a loan which I'll be paying for the rest of my life...
...and I only have
Let me see how we can help you out...
...at the firm, but put me down for 25 thousand.
Thank you.
I've really changed my mind about your network.
That's alright.
Don't answer. Toño, Martin!
Come on!
I'm here with you!
Chava...
Are you ready?
OK, now.
Hello...
What is happening motherfucker? Do you have all my dough?
No, I've just got 300 thousand dollars, but...
...I'm going to get it all.
Listen to me you asshole!
If you think I'm fooling around, you are very wrong motherfucker.
I told you very clearly not to pull this kind of shit.
I'm going to rape them, and then I'll send you their fingers...
...to prove I'm not playing around, asshole.
Please, for the love of God don't hurt my girls...
...give me two more days and I'll get the money...
...but don't... hurt our daughters. This is--
THE NIGHTMARE SEEMS ENDLESS
You'll have to forgive me...
...tonight for, contrary to my custom...
...expressing a personal opinion...
...about what we just saw.
Very few times in the 20 odd years...
...that I've been in front of this broadcast...
...have I ever felt such a deep outrage...
...and such helplessness that I'm sure...
...you are also feeling.
Think for a moment...
...what the parents of these girls must be going through...
...and I'm sure that you'll feel very moved.
That is why on behalf of Television Mexicana...
...Telebank and the "Yes we can" Foundation,
We want to make an appeal to show support...
...with these parents, and as a token of our support...
...we invite you to wear a yellow ribbon...
...and make a donation to the account shown on your screen.
I remind you, it's not important if it's one or two pesos.
What's important is the solidarity...
...we have in cases like these.
Thank you, very much.
Jeez Carlos, I really appreciate this.
You'll see it will work out and tomorrow you'll have all the money.
Javier is a master at touching peoples' hearts.
Every time he asks for donations whether for floods...
...earthquakes, or street children, it's impressive.
He always surpasses his target.
Don Carlos, someone is looking for the parents.
-Who is it? -The next-door neighbors.
-Can we go? -Yes please, go, go.
Loss of jobs, abandoned homes, and violence is a threat to national security...
...they are the result of the current strategy against drugs in our country.
Good evening, Luisa, what's up?
Good evening Lucia, Salvador, we just found out...
...what happened on TV.
We brought this, it's not much, but we hope it helps.
Thank you very much.
Luisa.
Thanks.
Thanks a lot.
Come, the best is yet to come.
Good evening Congressman, don't get up.
Good evening Mr. Harman, nice to meet you.
I've been checking the stuff you brought us.
It's very strong.
I would like to apologise to you.
I'm very sorry to have to resort to these methods...
-...to get the interview. -You don't have to apologize...
As a matter of fact, believe it or not...
...I share your goal.
This country needs brave people such as yourself...
...willing to denounce corruption and impunity.
I appreciate that.
Are you being taken care of, do you need anything?
No, everything is fine.
Well, in a few moments they'll come and get you.
-Nice to meet you and good luck. -Thank you.
And before we go we have a special guest tonight...
Tonight, Congressman Agustin Morales will join us...
...you'll remember him as one of the most...
...harsh critics of Governor Carmelo Vargas...
...who has a very important revelation for us.
-Good evening, Congressman. -Good evening, Javier.
Thank you for the opportunity.
Congressman before we show...
...the tape you brought us...
...and share your viewpoint, I would like to ask you a question.
Go on, Javier.
What does the name Cinthia Gonzalez mean to you?
Cinthia Gonzalez? Well, not much.
If I recall correctly she's the daughter of a lady...
...that worked in my house.
I don't see how that is relevant.
Well, to refresh your memory...
...why don't we watch this testimony?
I met Mr. Morales...
...because my mom worked as his maid...
...since we got there, he was always very nice to me.
He always gave me many presents.
And I never thought nothing of it.
But in the afternoons when my mom...
...was running errands...
...he would take me to his room...
...and he did stuff to me.
Did he ever abuse you?
At first, he caressed me with my clothes on...
...and he made me touch him, but...
...one afternoon, he was drunk and he tore my clothes off.
And he--
For respect to our audience, we'll stop there...
...because anybody can picture...
...what happened to this innocent creature...
...in the hands of this degenerate here.
Mr. Congressman, you requested this interview...
...and we very gladly agreed.
Don't you think it's time...
...you explained yourself for this shameful act?
Perhaps you want to do so to the authorities...
...and explain your connections with the mafia...
-...of child pornography. -This is a false accusation!
Slander!
Let him go!
No! This is slander!
False accusations!
Of course not.
Delinquents with privileges...
...think they can go around...
...doing whatever they want without being accountable to anyone.
That's why I insist.
No matter their color, or their party...
...they are all the same. Have a good evening.
Didn't I tell you the Messiah...
...was going to regret messing around with me?
Attorney General...
...tomorrow morning tell Congresswoman Dominguez...
...to start a trial stripping him of immunity...
...to put that degenerate in jail.
Sure thing, Governor.
And you Captain, ask my compadre for a...
...search warrant, let's see what other dirt we can find on this guy.
Yes, sir.
...I'm tense, upset.
Just like Perez Harris says, fucking third rate politicians.
Well...
Enough work for today...
...we have guests and we have to see to them.
Whatever you say, Governor.
-Cheers, sirs! -Cheers!
And now...
...from here to the Official Residence.
There he is! Tape him!
We are outside...
Congressman Morales?
What is your opinion about the accusation you--
-Is it true-- -Congressman, is it real--
-...about the child pornography? -Please respond, Congressman.
They say you have ties with the child...
-...pornography mafia. -Congressman.
They are accusations--
Room 325.
Congressman Morales, I'm very sorry...
...but our manager has instructed me that you...
...must to leave your room as soon as you get your things.
Message to the public opinion, the President of Mexico...
...and all the mass media.
Ladies and gentlemen.
Today has been the saddest day of my life.
I know my credibility after that brutal attack...
...I have suffered on account of the TV station...
...has damaged my credibility.
But maybe my case will help end the mafias...
...that have robbed our country.
Today, our democracy is threatened...
...by factual powers and the monopolies...
...who I am accusing of using any strategy...
...to deny their acts of corruption and--
Javier, reporting that the body...
...of Congressman Agustin Morales...
...was found in a hotel in Mexico City...
A suicide is suspected.
And this just after the scandal that you informed.
We'll have the details later.
Mr. Governor, as you know...
...people are not doing well and the fund raising has not worked.
If we don't rescue the girls urgently...
...things can get ugly.
We're a few hours short of the deadline.
How are the investigations, coming along, compadre?
Truth is, compadre, not very well.
We need more time.
-And you Commander? -The same, sir.
We had a witness, but... someone killed him...
-...and we have no more leads. -What do you mean someone killed him?
You are useless!
We need to solve this, today.
And you'd better hurry up if you don't want to end up...
...in a "suicide situation" like my godson, or that Messiah asshole.
The thing is that the parents are still short...
-...of getting all the money. -And what do you suggest?
You can see that I'm surrounded by assholes.
Have you pay the million dollars of ransom.
Why me, asshole?
Well, it's the only way to solve the problem...
-...without risking your career-- -Look, Carlitos...
...don't fool around with me.
I'm sure they have some money...
...between the parents and the fund raising. Right?
Money is not the issue here.
I'll give you the whole million dollars.
In exchange for a favor, that you won't be able to deny me.
I'm listening Governor.
I promise you won't be disappointed.
-Go get the dough, quick. -Yes, sir.
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I've told you a thousand times, Jazmin...
...things are done my way or you'll end up in the street.
I promise it won't happen again, ma'am.
I'm tired of your excuses.
I don't know why my brother insists on keeping you here.
You know what? Pack your things and get out.
No. No, no, no.
My mother is very sick ma'am...
-...you can't leave me without a job. -You're going to the street.
We add 2000...
280 thousand... No!
-It wasn't 200, it was 28 thousand. -OK.
One hundred...
And 300...
...and then we have the hundred from--
If there is any money left, will I get it?
Chava if there is any left it will go directly to...
...the "Yes we can" Foundation.
Do you think we're going to steal it?
No, no, of course not, but I'm in such deep debt...
-...I thought-- -Stop thinking. Leave it.
-Sorry. -Salvador...
...how dare you say something like that.
Well, I'm sorry if you misunderstood me.
Ok. Let's go. Let's go!
Pick up, Chava.
Hello.
What's going on you son of a bitch!
I heard on TV that you have the dough...
...don't you asshole?
Yes, where do you want me to take it.
Not so fast asshole if you think I'm going...
...to settle for the original, amount, you must be stupid.
Now I want two million dollars.
I swear on my daughters I don't have anymore sir...
...I only have a million, it's what they gave me.
Ok, fucker.
You know the iron mine next to the train station?
Perfectly.
Get there right now.
Take your phone and wait for my call.
But I'm warning you you son of a bitch...
...if you do anything stupid like bringing the cops...
...or anything like that...
...you can say goodbye to your fucking daughters.
Is that clear, asshole?
I'm on my way.
-I have to leave, hurry up. -Chava, as soon as you know...
...where the girls are let us know so we can go and shoot.
Blessed Virgin Mary is protecting you.
-It will be fine. -Yes.
Bring back my daughters, bring back my daughters...
I'm leaving! I've got to leave now!
Our Father Who art in Heaven...
...hallowed be Thy name.
Thy Kingdom come, Thy will be done...
...on Earth as it is in Heaven...
We are in town...
...the headlamps in the distance...
...are Mr. Garza's the father of the twins.
He is now heading there to hand over the ransom...
...demanded by the kidnappers.
We know our lives are in danger...
...but our commitment is to inform you at all times.
More drama!
It looks like we are getting close.
There is tension and nervousness in the air...
...but nothing will stop us from delivering to your home...
...this important event.
It's okay.
Come, let's get up.
Wait, wait!
It's very dangerous, we don't know what's up there.
Ricardo, imagine the rating this...
...will give us, don't be a pussy.
What about the girls?
-Where are my daughters? -Just wait, asshole.
-Where are my--? -Enough with your daughters.
-Where are my daughters? -Enough you little cunt!
Shut the fuck up!
I'll go no further.
Carlos, I'm an asset for the Network...
...if something happens to me, are you going to be responsible?
Just start rolling.
The tension is indescribable...
...we can see how Mr. Garza...
...has the briefcase with the ransom...
...and is in front of the kidnapper...
-...we can tell he's armed... -Ricardo stop it!
You are saying exactly what we can see, I'll edit it.
-It better be all here. -I swear to God.
Son of a bitch!
I told you to come alone.
Now you're fucked!
Come on, Ricardo you can get up!
-Did he kill him? -He fainted.
I thought you were used to this, Hussein, Gadhafi...
-...and all that shit. -No, it's not the same.
They respect the press over there, not like here.
Toño, check the material see if anything works...
...tell Ramon to pull the van up...
...I'll check on Mr. Garza.
Motherfuckers!
You fucking junkies.
Doña Chole?
Doña Chole!
Fucking cunt!
You should have seen me Juanita, I was the only one with...
...a cool head I almost had to finish the story on my own.
If I hadn't reacted like I did I would have gotten shot.
-Bless the Lord! -Ricardo, the microphone.
-Mom! -Honey!
Honey!
Come, come!
Get in there!
Zoom in! Get it.
We are in the Garza home...
...where we are living a truly historic moment.
-Lucia, Salvador, what are your-- -Leave us alone, leave...
-Salvador, what does it feel--? -Get out of my way!
-Are you OK, honey? -Just two minutes...
-Lucia, Lucia... -Leave us alone!
Get out!
But--
Just--
Please, open the door.
I remind you that you have a contract!
-Bless the Lord! -Ricardo, the microphone.
-Mom! -How are you?
-Mom! -How are you honey?
Is it rolling?
Mom!
We are in the Garza home...
...with a historic moment, Lucia, what are your...
-...thoughts right now? -Leave us!
-Salvador-- -Get out of here--
-Are you OK, honey? -Just two minutes...
Lucia!
-Please! -Get out!
I remind you that you have a contract!
Fuck me, this is shit.
I'm truly sorry, Don Carlos.
You know better than I do...
...you can imagine how it would affect the Governor...
-...if we arrest the parents. -They would kill us.
I don't give a shit, those fuckers signed an exclusivity...
...contract, I gave them a million dollars--
If you want you can sue them...
...although I don't think that would help.
I don't think you can get your money back.
No, I should sue you...
...didn't I tell you to keep me informed?
Yes, Don Carlos, but as I said, my boys...
...got an anonymous call and they told them...
...where the girls were, they didn't even tell me.
The officers found them in an abandoned park...
...and they took them to the Headquarters.
They called us and with that information...
...we found the place were they had them.
Just my luck! One week...
...of sky high ratings and we have no closure.
So, Carlos what do we do next?
Well, partner...
...the screenwriter really fucked up this time...
-...let's see how we fare in Mexico City. -What did you say?
That basically, we're fucked.
No, no, no, after that. What did you say?
That the screenwriter screwed up.
No, no, there is still something we can do.
This is not over until its over.
24 HOURS 30 MINUTES
SPECIAL REPORT
Javier, we are in the place know as...
..."San Juan, El Bajo".
In front of us inside the ranch...
...the Garza twins are being held captive.
We have been invited by the state authorities...
...to witness for the first time in...
...Mexican television, a live rescue operation.
We are slowly closing in to show you...
...in detail the work of these anonymous heroes...
...who risk their lives for our safety.
We are in position. And we are moving.
Go, go!
It is probable...
...the kidnappers got wind of this operation...
...and opened fire.
Authorities, counterattack...
...and bravely move on.
There is cross fire, something here...
...reminds me of images transmitted...
...from the Middle East, a couple of months ago...
...but unlike war...
...the sentimental factor of the girls' wellbeing...
...is an additional worry that keeps us vigilant.
The intensity of the shootings inside the house...
...is increasing something is happening in there.
But our commitment to inform you...
...is what matters most, so we are moving on.
Come on!
Let's go!
Viewer discretion is advised...
...given the nature of the images...
...we are about to show.
We found the bodies of the kidnappers...
...who lost their lives by not surrendering...
...to the police.
But apparently kidnapping wasn't the only...
...illicit activity of these thugs.
We can see to my right the big arsenal in their possession.
And the enormous amount of drugs.
Surely, the backbone of their activities.
Now we need to know what happened...
...with the twins.
Let's pray to God they are safe and sound...
...and that they haven't fallen to these...
-...terrible delinquents. -Here they are, cover me!
Now, now, We'll get you out soon.
You're OK, you're OK.
It's OK, girls.
Come here. Come here!
It's OK. Careful.
It's hard to find the right words...
...to express what we are feeling...
...and describe this moment.
Apparently, and thank God the girls...
...are fine, although time will tell...
...if they won't be scarred by this terrible event...
...in the future.
But for now, thanks to the brave men...
...in the State's Security Corps...
...and to Governor Vargas' determination...
...apparently our story has a happy ending.
Ana...
Elena... come here.
-Mom! -Mom!
And in one of the most moving scenes...
...I've had to describe, Lucia and Salvador Garza...
...have finally been reunited with their daughters...
...who they hugged and kissed full of emotion.
Governor Vargas presented the twins next...
...to their parents and gave a brief message...
...to his citizens, let's hear it.
Dear friends, thank you for being here...
...today is a day of great happiness for all.
Today we have proven that with willpower...
...hard work and sensitivity...
...we can change the situation in our country.
Everybody knows the problems...
...and challenges our Nation is going through.
Santiago, focus on the Governor's face.
When we act firmly and decisively...
...there are no obstacles that can't be overcome.
A few days ago nobody imagined that the Garza...
...family story, would have a happy ending.
But I gave my word and made a promise to all of you...
...and today I can proudly assure you, that if you continue...
...to give me your support, working closely together...
...in a not so distant future...
...our Mexico can change.
Thank you!
President!
To end our transmission Javier...
...let me inform you that due to the popularity...
...that the Garza twins has brought him...
...Governor Vargas announced his interest in running...
...as a candidate of his party...
...in the Presidential race.
Reporting from the scene, for 24 hours in 30 minutes...
...Ricardo Diaz.
Thank you, Ricardo.
Congratulations to you and the whole production...
...team for this extraordinary story...
...that kept us at the edge of our seats...
...and that thank God, had a happy ending.
And in other not so happy news, coming back to reality...
...today a new set of economic measures was announced...
...to alleviate the grave financial situation in the country.
The Secretary of Finance announced...
...that starting tomorrow the basic food basket...
...products, including milk, bread...
...tortillas, transportation and fuels...
...will rise from 25 to 30%
This news triggered nervousness in the markets...
...and the dollar went up to a record high...
...and the stock market dropped to its worst low in six years.
To give us the details that these measures will have...
...we are going live...
...to the Official Residence...
...and the President of the Republic.
Good evening Mr. President.
Good evening Javier, I'm pleased to be in your show again.
Mr. President...
...today new economic measures were announced...
...how do you think these severe adjustments will impact...
...Mexican families?
Look Javier, I know the measures announced yesterday...
...by the Secretary of Finance...
...are painful, but necessary.
What do I mean by this, Javier?
This economic package is, necessary...
...to maintain fiscal balance.
On your specific question, Javier...
...if it will impact Mexican families...
...you'll understand that right now...
...I can't answer that, because...
...I'm not the lady of the house.
Excuse me, Mr. President, what was that?
-The lady of the house? -That's right, Javier.
I can't know the impact these...
...economic measures will have on Mexican families...
...because as you can imagine with all my responsibilities...
...I haven't, been able...
...to go shopping or to the market.
Good night, Javier.
TECHNICAL FAILURE SORRY FOR THE INCONVENIENCE
What is it?
You should come with us.
Where...?
Let me go!
OFFICIAL RESIDENCE
Good night General, we were waiting for you.
Please come in.
Let me open the door for you.
Good evening General, he is waiting for you.
-Good evening, General. -Good evening, Don Carlos.
-Congratulations on your appointment. -Have a seat.
Here is the money, if you want to count it.
No, that's not necessary General.
This is from the Office of the President.
Is the country really this bad, General?
Let me send this right down, we are about...
-...to go on live. -No problem.
If that is all, Don Carlos...
-...I'll be excused. -Thank you, General.
As always, a pleasure working with you.
Likewise.
General.
-Good evening. -Good evening.
-What's up, Carlitos? -What's up, chief?
-It's all here. -All of it.
Look what they sent from the Official Residence.
I already sent it to the news.
You're kidding!
They had to resort to this?
This is the first symptom that just like in the old days...
...this country is fucked up.
It's time.
Good evening.
This is 24 hours in 30 minutes, I'm Ricardo Diaz...
...and these are the headlines.
The President announced the visit...
...of Pope Francis I to our country.
His Holiness will arrive in Mexico at the end of August...
...and will tour several states...
...to call for peace and harmony amongst Mexicans.
We have all the details exclusively...
...with our correspondent in the Vatican.
Extreme weather events are taking a toll...
...in Tabasco, Chiapas and Veracruz the floods...
...have left more than 600 dead and dozens missing.
Violence is unstoppable...
...there were shoot outs today in three states...
...with 64 casualties.
In international news protest continue...
...in Europe due to adjustments decreed by...
...the International Monetary Fund.
In finance, the Secretary of Finance announced...
...a new bank rescue plan...
...and the peso and stock market suffered...
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Thank you for tuning in...
...tonight we have some very special guests...
...and I want to welcome them.
Lucia, Salvador, Ana and Elena, it's good to have you here.
Thank you, Ricardo for the invitation.
Salvador, how do you feel after all you've lived through?
First of all, thank you for the opportunity, Ricardo.
I have to admit that my girls' kidnapping...
...has been one of the hardest and...
...most painful experiences in my life.
What I can assure you is that in spite of it all...
...having the support of your TV Network...
...and the commitment and support of candidate...
...Carmelo Vargas, have allowed me to recover the faith...
...and trust in the future of this country.
Thank you for your statement, Salvador.
But you're not here to talk about the kidnapping...
...are you, Lucia? You want to share some...
-...important news. -That's right, Ricardo.
We want to announce to your viewers...
...that our daughters, Ana and Elena...
...will have the leading roles in a soap opera...
...called "World of Joy"...
...that will air very soon...
...in prime time on your TV Network.
That is great news! I'm sure it will be a success.
Do you mind if before we go...
...our future stars give us a small token...
-...of their talent? -Of course.
2 YEARS LATER...
Citizens of Mexico...
...I do solemnly swear to protect...
...the Constitution of the United Mexican States...
...and the laws emanating from it...
...to execute...
...loyally and patriotically...
...the duties of the President of the Republic...
...that the people have conferred...
...upon me for the sake and prosperity of the Union.
If I do not do so...
...the Nation will be my judge.
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